jwalleser2187417's Passions

jwalleser2187417's Bio

I the Petzl Irvis crampons for the first time for glacier travel along the summit to Gannett Peak in the Wind River Range, WY. They slipped off once, but after taking extra care to tighten them, they did not slip off again. They worked as advertised.

These are lightweight boots that won't slow you down. They provide all the support I need when something more than Chacos or low-cut boots is called for. These were stiff, initially, but they felt great after a couple long weekends in the Tetons. For demanding long hikes, these are my go-to boots.

The head is a bit bulky and the fit isn't as firm as my Steelhead mount on my Yakima round cross bars, but this is the price paid for versatility. Installation was simple. It holds my bike with disc brakes and if I buy a new car with a factory rack, I'm confident that it will fit.

I've wore this shirt on strenuous hikes beginning in the cool morning (~50 degF) and ending in the warm afternoon (~80 degF). It regulated my temperature perfectly. It's slim enough to wear as an inner layer and stylish enough to wear on its own. At the end of the day, it doesn't reek like a synthetic will. I've washed it twice without shrinking.

I previously had a mid-range Blackburn floor pump whose valve broke. Frustrated over the Blackburn's short life, I bought the best high end pump I could easily get my hands on. Compared to the Blackburn, this pump is simpler to use and feels more solid. Valve attachment is quick and it does work well for both presta and schrader valves. However, take care that you have a tube with a long enough valve as the pump needs some something to hold onto. The base attachment is solid. Aesthetically, the braided steel hose is icing on the cake. If you don't have perfect vision, you might want to make some large, more easily visible, critical tire pressures on the gauge.